Compare a genuine Dominion Sheepskin boot to a cheaper copy.

You will notice it just seems to look and fit better! Why?……………Quite often cheaper versions are not heel molded.

Heel molding is done on a specialized machine that heat sets the reinforcement stiffener that is placed between the sheepskin and heel suede. After heat setting, it is cooled on a heel shaped mould that locks in the proper 3 dimension heel shape.  It’s important also that the heel reinforcement material extends down into the side stitched sole as in our styles Lara,  Annelise, Monarch, Apollo, Artemis, Rosie, Jean and Edmund – or is caught under the binding as in our style Godiva. Failure to do this in the manufacturing process can result in the heel suede wearing and ripping away from the sole. All Dominion sheepskin Boots are heel molded.

As well as looking more please to the eye, a well form heel on a Sheepskin Boot helps prevent ‘heel slip’ – by hugging your heel in place.

When you buy your sheepskin boots, always ensure they fit very snug. After a few days wearing, the 100% wool fleece moulds to the natural shape of your foot which allows a roomier fit.

Dominion is proudly made in New Zealand by Canterbury Leather International Ltd – our company that was established way back in 1974.

Canterbury Leather International Ltd. has earned its reputation for well made sheepskin footwear, apparel and accessories, both in New Zealand and international markets. The enduring principles of New Zealand made, uncompromising quality standards and product integrity are the foundations of our business.

Wool is an integral part of New Zealand’s history and the origins can be traced back to when Captain Cook introduced the first pair of sheep in 1779. It could be said the sheep’s ability to adapt to the rugged landscape of New Zealand is reflective in the spirit and attitude required when the pioneers first landed.

No other fibre in the world can match wool for all its unique properties – warm in winter, cool in summer with the ability to absorb moisture without feeling wet. We source premium hides to bring you the highest quality sheepskin boots and accessories. From specially reinforced heel supports in the boots to the luxurious sheepskin insoles, Dominion products are designed to bring you the ultimate in quality, comfort and design.

Dominion reflects the New Zealand made pioneer spirit, using resources from which New Zealand as a nation was built. We hope you enjoy wearing them as much as we enjoy making them.

With a longstanding history in sheepskin and leather apparel the people behind Dominion have been responsible for producing some of the finest clothing and footwear from New Zealand.  Now we’ve taken the next step.

Dominion is a natural progression, a brand that has been purpose-built to deliver encompassing, enduring luxury. We work to provide this sense of security by carefully melding fashion and function. The finest quality materials are sourced, the very best in genuine twin-faced sheepskin for instance. This wool lets air circulate and is supremely helpful in providing natural moisture control, transferring any dampness to the outside, where it harmlessly evaporates.

Our materials are delivered from specific providers, each stringently vetted across a range of criteria. While production techniques have changed our overriding belief remains consistent with history – a sophisticated, unique material that requires appropriate care and consideration in design.

To ensure a treasured piece can last a lifetime we ensure rigorous development and testing. Consequently, our boots are made to hold their shape as easily as they hold the warmth. The strong heel has carefully fitted reinforcement and the luxurious insole makes stepping inside an incredible experience, each and every time.

Our clothing range shuns flashy. The durable, hardwearing material is finished to a supreme point. There are no pressure points and no kinks. Just supreme comfort.
There’s a reason why particular styles last. No, it’s not just warm nostalgia. It’s the attention to detail and care of creation that only true style can deliver.

We believe that what you choose to buy today should be what you choose to wear in years to come.